1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |